In the jungle where creatures roam,
A knave once came to vie for home.
He wore a coat of camouflage,
And walked with pretense, a sly mirage.

The other animals did not know,
That he was up to no good, his plan to sow.
He claimed a warrant, a right to stay,
And many were duped by his foul play.

But the wise old owl, with keen sight,
Saw through the knave's dire plight.
He warned the others, "Beware, my friends,
This knave's true intentions are not to befriend."

With the owl's help, the animals were saved,
From the knave's trap, they escaped unscathed.
And from that day on, they lived in peace,
Their harmony strong, their worries ceased.

So children, always be aware,
Of those who pretend and do not care.
Use your senses, and be wise,
So you won't fall for their disguise.

Reflections

Here are some questions to ask kids to think about "The Knave's Camouflage" story:

1. Who was the knave in the story, and what did he do?
2. How did the other animals react to the knave's presence in the jungle?
3. Who was able to see through the knave's pretense, and how did they do it?
4. What did the wise old owl teach the other animals about being aware of deceitful creatures?
5. Why is it important to be able to recognize when someone is being deceitful, and how can we do it in real life?